SEAMLESS MIGRATION TO IBM DB2 FOR GREATER EFFICIENCY

Overview

A multinational automotive company transformed its business processes by migrating from an outdated MS SQL database to IBM DB2. MicroGenesis managed the migration, transitioning the infrastructure from on-premises servers to the cloud, enhancing scalability and resilience. The comprehensive process ensured improved system performance and access to advanced features in IBM ELM 7.0.3.

The Challenges

Operating with an outdated on-prem MS SQL database, the automotive company faced multiple pain points

Unsupported Infrastructure

The legacy database and operating systems will no longer be receiving security patches or updates, creating vulnerabilities.

Slow System Performance

The company struggled with sluggish data processing speeds that impacted daily operations and project execution.

Limited Feature Access

Stuck on IBM ELM version 6.x, they couldn’t tap into new capabilities offered by the latest version (7.0.3).

Our Solution

MicroGenesis delivered a seamless phased migration  approach, overseeing that the entire system migration to IBM DB2 aligned with the client’s goals of maintaining cost-efficiency and minimizing disruption.

Full-stack migration to DB2

As DB2 was bundled with IBM’s ELM suite, the client saved on licensing fees, making it a cost-effective choice.

Application Migration

Transitioned applications from outdated hardware and OS to a modern infrastructure with
new hardware and OS, boosting system stability.

ELM Upgrade

Upgraded from ELM 6.x to 7.0.3, enabling access to advanced features and better system integration.

Data integrity checks

Every step of the migration process was meticulously verified to ensure data accuracy and consistency.

Minimized downtime

The migration was planned and executedto minimize downtime, allowing business operations to continue with little interruption.

KEY OUTCOMES

With the successful migration to IBM DB2, the company immediately noticed improvements across its operations.
From enhanced system performance to future-proof infrastructure, the transition allowed the company to overcome the limitations of their legacy systems.

Improved system speed

Query speeds and system performance saw
a notable 3x boost, reducing the delays that
previously impacted project timelines.

Future-proof infrastructure

Post-migration Microgenesis helped the
company to upgrade to ELM version 7.0.3,
unlocking access to new features and better
system integration.

Increased security

With a modern, supported infrastructure,
the company could apply regular updates
and security patches, protecting its data
and systems.

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How We Solve Real Business Challenges

Salesforce Implementation Partner

From strategy to go-live — and beyond

As your dedicated Salesforce implementation partner, MicroGenesis delivers full-lifecycle implementations using a structured, low-risk methodology designed to get you to value quickly and keep you there through every phase of growth.

1. Discovery & Advisory

Workshops with your Salesforce consulting team to map processes, define goals, and shape a clear CRM roadmap.

2. Solution Design

Architecture, data model, and configuration blueprint crafted by certified Salesforce consultants aligned to your requirements.

3. Build & Configure

Declarative setup plus custom development across Sales, Service & Experience Cloud — built to Salesforce best practices.

4. Data & Integration

Secure data migration and Salesforce integration with your existing enterprise systems, delivered by our Salesforce integration partners team.

5. Testing & QA

Functional, integration, and user acceptance testing for a reliable, low-risk rollout of your Salesforce environment.

6. Deployment & Go-Live

Controlled release with cutover planning and hypercare support during the critical first days post-launch.

7. Training & Adoption

Enablement and change management from your Salesforce consulting firm to drive confident, lasting user adoption.

8. Managed Support

Ongoing 24×7 L1–L3 Salesforce managed support and continuous improvement for your live org.

Salesforce Managed Support

24X7 L1, L2 & L3 Salesforce support

Keep your Salesforce environment healthy, secure, and continuously improving with always-on managed support across all three tiers – delivered by our Salesforce partner team under clear SLAs.

24 X 7 X 365 Salesforce support coverage with defined SLAs and escalation paths

L1 : First Line

Day-to-day user support & monitoring
  • Ticket logging, triage & tracking
  • User access, login & password assistance
  • Basic how-to and navigation support
  • System monitoring and known issue resolution
  • Escalation to L2/L3 teams when required

L2: Functional

Configuration & Advanced Troubleshooting
  • Configuration changes and administrative tasks
  • Flow, validation rule, and automation troubleshooting
  • Reports, dashboards, and data issue resolution
  • Salesforce integration and synchronization diagnostics
  • Root cause analysis and issue resolution

L3: Engineering

Custom Development & Deep Expertise
  • Apex, Lightning Web Components (LWC), and custom code troubleshooting
  • Complex Salesforce integration engineering and support
  • Performance optimization and scalability tuning
  • Enhancements and new feature development
  • Vendor escalation management and coordination